Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools - Axle And Wheel Bearing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A
Tensioning Strap T10038
Wheel hub support T10149

NOTE:

All bolts at suspension parts with bonded rubber bushings must always be tightened in curb weight position (unloaded condition).

Bonded rubber bushings have a limited torsional range.

Parts with bonded rubber bushings must be brought into a position that corresponds to the position in driving mode before being tightened (curb weight position)

Otherwise, bonded rubber bushing will be stressed resulting in a shortened service life.

By raising appropriate suspension using engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A and Wheel Hub Support T10149 , this position can be simulated on the hoist.

Fig 2: Measuring Dimension From Center Of Wheel To Lower Edge Of Wheelhousing

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Before starting work, take measurement - a - , e.g. with tape measure, from center of wheel to lower edge of wheelhouse.

The measurement must be taken in curb weight position (unloaded).

Make a note of the measurement. It will be needed for tightening the bolts/nuts.

Before appropriate suspension is raised, vehicle must be strapped to lift arms of hoist using tensioning straps T10038.

If a vehicle is not secured, there is danger that the vehicle could slip off the lift!

Turn wheel hub until one of the holes for the wheel bolts is at the 12 o'clock position.
Install wheel hub support T10149 with wheel bolt on wheel hub.

Fig 3: Measuring Wheel Bearing

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Using engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A , lift wheel bearing housing until dimension - a - is reached.

Tightening of the respective bolts/nuts must then only occur after dimension - a - , which was measured before installation between the wheel hub center and the lower edge of wheelhousing, has been attained

CAUTION:

Do not lift or lower vehicle with engine/transmission jack below vehicle.
Do not leave engine/transmission jack V.A.G 1383 A below vehicle any longer than necessary.

Tighten respective bolts/nuts.
Lower steering knuckle.
Move engine/transmission jack away from under vehicle.
Remove wheel hub support T10149.